The product is a soft, comfortable, and warm layering piece or standalone top for cool weather. Customers praise its flattering fit, versatility, and durability, with some owning the same shirts for years. However, some have experienced issues with the shirts shrinking after washing, even when following care instructions. Recommendations include sizing up to account for potential shrinkage and avoiding the dryer to preserve the fit and length.
This is a great shirt. It washes well and returns to its original form. I love it!
Karen
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 2, 2026
Fit: A little small
Very nice color and feel, but shrunk a whole size after first wash. If purchased again, I’d buy a size larger because it does shrink after wash.
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 2, 2026
Best tops
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'6"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Casual or Every Day
Love L L Bean's waffle knit tops!! I have 3 and looking for another. They keep their shape and color also.
Alfie
Johnstown PA
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 1, 2026
Great pair
Fit: True to size
These two products are great they pair up very well, the shirt is a little too ig but very nice. The colors are great.
Donte
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 1, 2026
The shrinkage, Oh No!
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: A little small
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day
When I had bought several of each color of the unshrinkable waffle long sleeve T's I ordered two of these. Such a massive disappointment! They did not shrink in width, but in len
Aubie
Penobscot
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 1, 2026
Nice top
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Travel, Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Camping, Hiking
I was nervous about ordering this because so many reviews said it shrank a lot when washed. But I really wanted a top like this to wear under a couple of flannel shirts I have, so
Sue W
Sacramento, CA
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★★★★★★★★★★
October 1, 2026
Perfect
Fit: True to size
So happy that I purchased this tee. Perfect alone or with layering for outdoor activities. Definitely a 3 season top!. I just purchased 2 more!
Margaret
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 30, 2026
A wonderful casual shirt!
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'0"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I have purchased many of LLBean's waffle weave henley shirts for myself and to give as gifts.
kwharrington
Locust Grove, VA
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 29, 2026
My favorite garment
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Relaxing, Casual or Every Day, Hiking
I own 4 or 5 of the waffle-knit henley. I just bought the mauve and the wine. It is my favorite clothing item for coziness, comfort, versatility, and flattering body-skimming fit.
Laura
Lansing, MI
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 25, 2026
An old favorite, but no more...
Weight: 110-120 lbs
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: Medium
Fit: A little small
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I was so excited to see the new colors of waffle-knit henley's, as they have been my favorite cool weather shirt for many years. However, the last few times I've bought them, I've
Terry
California
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 24, 2026
Love my Henley!
Fit: True to size
great shirt - fits perfectly and I love the style!
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 24, 2026
Great Henley
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: A little large
Used for: Casual or Every Day
This was a replacement for the one that did not fit. This is perfect. It washed beautifully and is very comfortable. I love it. The color is new and goes with everything.
JoAnn
New York,NY
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 22, 2026
Very thin fabric
Weight: 190-200 lbs
Height: 5'3"
Size Purchased: X-Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I’ve been buying these Henleys for years and the current quality is very disappointing. I ordered 3 and all will be returned.
I’m disingenuous Bean’s overall clothing quality, ex
PatfromME
Souther Maine
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 18, 2026
Don't like waffle knit
Fit: True to size
I didn't realize the waffle knit would look like underwear. It is only gpod to wear under another shirt
Response from L.L.Bean
September 22, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
Thank you for sharing your feedback. We’re sorry to hear the fabric wasn’t quite right for you. A member of our customer service team will be reaching out to you.
Kate
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 13, 2026
Thinner quality
Weight: 120-130 lbs
Height: 5'2"
Size Purchased: Small
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I have been buying and wearing your henleys for years. I am disappointed you no longer have them in gray. I bought a light blue and dark blue (although I wanted gray to replace a w
Response from L.L.Bean
September 16, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service
We're sorry to hear you're disappointed by the current color selection and that the fabric wasn't what you expected. We appreciate your feedback and a member of our team will reach out to you.
Nana
Oakland CA
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 8, 2026
Fit: True to size
I use to buy this shirt in many different color, Turquoise, black white, grey , red....but someone decided to order ugly colors and shrinkable material....makes me sad I will not
aaryaana
Arizona
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 7, 2026
shrinking a problem
Weight: 140-150 lbs
Height: 5'4"
Size Purchased: 1X
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
I love this design and have bought many waffle knit henleys over many years. They all look great and fit well until you wash and dry them. Then they shrink lengthwise 2-3 inches ov
needlewoman
oregon
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★★★★★★★★★★
September 3, 2026
Good casual shirt.
Weight: 160-170 lbs
Height: 5'1"
Size Purchased: Large
Fit: True to size
Used for: Casual or Every Day
Substantial fabric. Soft. Easy to roll up the cuffs to adjust sleeve length. Colors match expectations.
MD
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 21, 2026
Not the same quality. Disappointed
Fit: Too small
I bought this Henley at the Freeport store. I tried it on and it fit nicely. When I got home I washed it in cold water. It shrank! I have purchased these before and never had a pr
Response from L.L.Bean
August 25, 2026
By L.L.Bean Customer Service Team
We're sorry that your latest purchase of the Waffle Knit Henley did not meet expectations. A member of our team is going to reach out to assist you with this.
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★★★★★★★★★★
August 21, 2026
Fit: True to size
This backordered Henley was worth waiting months for!
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